Best Weather in NSW in Australia
Ranked by Comfort Score
What makes weather truly comfortable? The answer varies from person to person, but our Comfort Score algorithm weighs temperature, humidity, rainfall, and sunshine to rate each month from 1 to 10. By this measure, Norfolk Island emerges as Australia's most comfortable destination, scoring 7.4/10. Grafton and Narooma are also exceptional choices. We've analysed all 213 Australian cities to bring you this definitive ranking of year-round livability. Our Comfort Score balances warmth (but not extreme heat), low humidity, minimal rain, and abundant sunshine. Explore the table below to see how your preferred city ranks, or filter by state to stay closer to home. Every location in Australia has its own weather personality; these rankings help match you with your ideal climate match.
Top 3
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| Rank | City | State | Comfort Score | Avg Max | Avg Min | Annual Rain | Comfort Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norfolk Island | NSW | 7.4/10 | 20.8°C | 19.3°C | 692mm | 7.4 |
| 2 | Grafton | NSW | 7.4/10 | 25.2°C | 15.4°C | 1018mm | 7.4 |
| 3 | Narooma | NSW | 7.3/10 | 20.9°C | 12.0°C | 781mm | 7.3 |
| 4 | Forster | NSW | 7.3/10 | 23.2°C | 14.9°C | 977mm | 7.3 |
| 5 | Yamba | NSW | 7.3/10 | 24.1°C | 16.6°C | 1442mm | 7.3 |
| 6 | Tweed Heads | NSW | 7.3/10 | 24.3°C | 16.7°C | 1797mm | 7.3 |
| 7 | Port Macquarie | NSW | 7.2/10 | 22.8°C | 15.9°C | 1182mm | 7.2 |
| 8 | Byron Bay | NSW | 7.2/10 | 23.9°C | 17.2°C | 1845mm | 7.2 |
| 9 | Batemans Bay | NSW | 7.2/10 | 21.2°C | 11.7°C | 925mm | 7.2 |
| 10 | Lennox Head | NSW | 7.2/10 | 23.8°C | 16.6°C | 1813mm | 7.2 |
Why This Matters
These rankings help you find your ideal climate match across Australia.